For this year the five themes to be tacked relate to the programme’s overarching goal; better governance, transparency and accountability, and decreased corruption. The themes are also promoted by Open Government Partnership (OGP) and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These are:

Devolution.

Political Party Funding.

Human Rights and Transitional Justice.

Extractive Industries.

Climate Change and Resilience.

Awards:

finalists will attend the Global Innovation Week in Accra, Ghana; a programme of intensive networking and mentorship.

winners will receive grants from a pool of GBP 450,000 to support their projects, plus expert mentorship

Key dates:

applications open on September 8th, 2015 and close on October 4, 2015 at 23:59 GMT;

public voting and nominations begins on October 12, 2015, and ends on November 11, 2015 at 23:59 GMT;

Ready to enter? Read the GIC manual and FAQ first to learn more about the themes, eligibility, awards and the application process.